Roy Edward Malvitz Jr., 82, passed away on November 10, 2025. Roy was born on August 8, 1943, in Wisconsin to the late Roy and June (Ginsbach) Malvitz Sr. Roy lived a life filled with the music and laughter and created memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him.

Roy was a sawmill operator and semi-driver for many years. In his free time he enjoyed fishing, hunting and working in the yard. Roy also played bass guitar with the Royal Lancers.

Roy is survived by his wife, Candy Malvitz; children, Rory Malvitz, Ryan (Maria) Malvitz, Roy Malvitz III, Neal Malvitz, step-daughter Melanie Shaw (friend Rick Basken); grandchildren, Sierra Malvitz , Mallory Malvitz , Miranda Malvitz, Brittany Paral, Clayton (Katelyn) Paral, Jacoby Paral, Brienna Paral; great-grandson, James Paral; brothers and sisters, Michael Malvitz (friend Jeannie), Steve Malvitz (friend Racheal), Jeremy (Stacey) Malvitz, Roxanne (Jeff) Clark, Cheryl (Dunnie) Renard, Laurie Pagenkopf, Sarah (Kevin) Cougar; in-laws, Penny (Tom) Harenburg, Patti (Mike) Rice; many nieces, nephews and cousins as well as his two special doodles, Tana and Shadow.

He was preceded in death by, step-daughter, Chastity Shaw; parents, Roy and June (Ginsbach) Malvitz Sr.; brother Darryl (Lori) Malvitz; in-laws, Ronald Krauss, Bonnie (Tom) Schuller and Paul Pagenkopf.

A Celebration of Life for Roy with Friends and Family will be held in the Spring and will be announced at that time. Kinnard Funeral & Cremation Services is assisting the family. Online condolence messages may be shared at KinnardFCS.com